Cubs are favorites to land Russell Martin

The Chicago Cubs are considered the favorites to land free agent catcher Russell Martin.

Martin spent the last two seasons with the Pittsburgh Pirates and while they would have linked to of re-signed him they have already made plans for next season in the form of Francisco Cervelli in a trade with the New York Yankees.

Executives involved in bidding for Russell Martin believe #Cubs are clear front-runner. Deal expected to be in four-year, $64M range.